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Zum Pitter

GayOut (8) 3.5
Google (124) 4.2
Tripadvisor (14) 4.3
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Visitors frequently praise Zum Pitter for its good value, delicious and plentiful food, and friendly, welcoming staff. However, some reviewers have experienced cold food and found the service to be unfriendly, especially when the venue is busy.

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Address
58 Alter Markt, Cologne
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Phone
+4922154816000
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Website
www.zum-pitter-cologne.com
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About this place Zum Pitter

Zum Pitter, on Cologne’s Alter Markt, is a gay bar that feels like it’s always been there. It’s a true institution in Germany’s LGBTQ+ scene. The square helps. Alter Markt is car-free, so you get plenty of room to stretch out. Grab a drink, watch people walk by, or just soak up some sun. It’s easy to meet people here, whether you’re with friends or striking up conversations with other guests. You'll feel welcome here. It’s a gay bar in a big German city, so LGBTQ+ visitors can expect to connect with locals and other travelers. Find out what’s on at zum-pitter-cologne.com. You’ll find Zum Pitter at 58 Alter Markt, in Cologne’s North Rhine-Westphalia.

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martin mc mullan
martin mc mullan 4 months ago

This bar is close to the Cathedral. Good bar service. The music was varied with some German ‘anthemic’ sing a longs - it looked like people were engaging in ‘Doing the Conga’. Don’t let that put you off!

Jordan Nottrodt
Jordan Nottrodt 3 years ago

Stopped in for a couple late night beers when most other places nearby were closed. It’s a cute little bar with very friendly service. The bartender was attentive and always had a smile on his face.

Hunter -
Hunter - 2 years ago

Local older crowd. Bar serves Sion beer.

Icelandic Shtuff
Icelandic Shtuff a year ago

I like this place, but when it's busy it's simply just not a gay bar, because it's absolutely full of straight people. So if you're looking for good beer, fine, but you might have to look elsewhere for gay company

Jess Beaty
Jess Beaty 2 years ago

Very friendly and welcoming bar. Wolfgang was behind the bar my first visit. Great guy. He is the reason I came back. Then I met Marko. This became the bar of choice in Koln.

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Last updated on 2 August 2026

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